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The Armed Citizen® Oct. 23, 2023
Read today's "The Armed Citizen" entry for real stories of law-abiding citizens, past and present, who used their firearms to save lives.
The Martini-Henry: Icon Of An Empire
When events thrust the British Martini-Henry onto the world stage, this simple, robust breechloader became an icon of the empire it served. More than 140 years later, U.S. Marines are still finding them in Afghanistan.
Preview: Speer Gold Dot Carbine Ammunition
Pistol-caliber carbines have become more popular in recent years, and Speer Ammo is taking advantage of the platforms’ longer barrel lengths with a specially developed defensive ammunition.
Uberti USA 150th Anniversary 1873 Rifle On The Range
Remembered as the "Gun That Won The West," the Winchester 1873 is one of the most iconic American rifles ever made, and Uberti USA is recognizing the design's 150th anniversary with a tastefully embellished 150th anniversary edition.
Dreyse Needle Rifle: The World’s First Military Bolt-Action
In the mid-19th century, military powers across the globe were exploring the use of novel firearm technology. One major power, Prussia, took the remarkable leap of fielding an early bolt-action design.
New For 2023: Smith & Wesson Response Carbine
Looking to match the innovative styling and features from its FPC, Smith & Wesson has released its second 9 mm rifle for 2023 with the Response, a firearm that offers its own twists on the pistol-caliber AR-15 format.
Gun Of The Week: Marlin Model 336 Classic
Watch American Rifleman staff on the range to learn about an iconic lever-action rifle—the Marlin Model 336 Classic in .30-30 Winchester. This is a modern gun that, following the production pause after Remington’s bankruptcy, is now being made once again, thanks to Ruger.
The Armed Citizen® Oct. 20, 2023
Read today's "The Armed Citizen" entry for real stories of law-abiding citizens, past and present, who used their firearms to save lives.
Cold War Conformity: The Czech vz.52/57s
Following the end of World War II, Czechoslovakia needed a replacement for its aging vz.24 bolt-action rifle, a Mauser design. Its replacement, the vz.52, reinforced the direction of military small arms and brought in some novel features.
Hornady Primer Facility Explosion Claims The Life Of One Worker
On Friday Oct. 13 an explosion at the chemical compounding building at a Hornady Manufacturing facility west of Grand Island, NE, claimed the life of one worker. A nearby hospital treated two others for non-life-threatening injuries—concussion symptoms and smoke and fume inhalation.
I Have This Old Gun: M1907 Roth-Steyr
In the early 20th century, the semi-automatic handgun was in its infancy. The M1907 Roth-Steyr was one of the earliest semi-automatic martial pistols adopted, and it was used by the Austro-Hungarian cavalry.
New For 2023: Davidson's Exclusive HK MR762A1
New for 2023, firearm distributor Davidson’s, Inc. is partnering with HK USA to offer an exclusive version of the MR762.
Rifleman Q&A: Slugs For Rifled And Smooth Bores
I recently acquired a used Mossberg 835 shotgun in 12 gauge. The 24" barrel is rifled, ported and has a 3.5" chamber. The owner’s manual says not to shoot rifled slugs in this barrel, only sabot slugs. Why is that?
Preview: Ditale Outdoors Sofia Adventure Pant
Designed for female hunters by female hunters, the Sofia Adventure Pant is one of new company Ditale Outdoors’ inaugural offerings.
Czechoslovak Group Acquires Federal, CCI, Hevi-Shot, Remington Ammo & Speer
Vista Outdoor announced a definitive agreement to sell its Sporting Products business to Czechoslovak Group (CSG) on Oct. 1. The all-cash transaction includes ownership transfer of some of the industry’s biggest names in ammunition, including Federal, CCI, Remington Ammo, Speer and Hevi-Shot.
The Smith & Wesson M&P FPC: A Low-Profile PCC
Folding to slightly longer than its 16" barrel, and carrying an impressive payload of 9 mm Luger ammunition, S&W’s FPC is an efficient, effective long gun for the format-conscious armed citizen.
The Armed Citizen® Oct. 16, 2023
Read today's "The Armed Citizen" entry for real stories of law-abiding citizens, past and present, who used their firearms to save lives.
"Protection" Cited As No. 1 Reason For Gun Buys, As 911 Delays Increase
Year-over-year studies have demonstrated a significant increase in emergency response times, indicating a growing insufficiency of emergency services when ultimately needed.
Stoeger STR-9MC On The Range
Stoeger Industries has rounded out its STR-9 handgun lineup with its STR-9MC, a micro-compact variant with a competitive magazine capacity and an attractive price point.
Preview: N8 Tactical Magna-Clip Magazine Carrier
For many folks, the idea of adding a spare magazine to their EDC setups is a non-starter, because of the added bulk and possible discomfort of a magazine carrier.